Qibla direction in Alexandria Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Alexandria Governorate the qibla is towards the south-east: 135.43° from true north in Alexandria. Across the region the bearing runs from 133° to 136°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 4 cities in Alexandria Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Alexandria Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Alexandria | 135.43° · south-east |
| Burj al Arab al Jadidah | 133.43° · south-east |
| Abu Qir | 136.21° · south-east |
| Burj al Arab | 133.41° · south-east |
All 4 cities in Alexandria Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Alexandria Governorate?
Towards the south-east. In Alexandria it is 135.43°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Alexandria Governorate lie between 133° and 136°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Alexandria Governorate?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.